Teacher of Modern Languages
St Kentigern's Academy
West Lothian
- Expired
- Salary:
- £32,034-£40,206
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 24 November 2019
Job overview
Job Advert
St Kentigern’s Academy is a Catholic secondary school situated in Blackburn serving the west of West Lothian, and the catchment area retains a community spirit and aspects of its mining cultural heritage. It is one of two denominational schools in West Lothian. The school has ten associated primary schools, but in session 2019-2020 our S1 is made up of students from twenty seven primary schools, drawing a comprehensive mix of students.
The current school roll is 1265 Students with 92 members of teaching staff including those designated to support students with additional learning needs. The school’s free meal entitlement (FME) for session 2019/20 is 19.1%. The school has an integrated Autism Support Unit (Multi-Study) in addition to a Learning Base, Nurture Base and both an Employability and a Health & Wellbeing Hub.
St Kentigern’s Academy has an excellent reputation in the local community, particularly for the high standards of conduct and confidence displayed by students and full school uniform. In addition to the formal curriculum, a wide range of extra-curricular and out-of-hours activities are on offer. The school receives a high level of support and encouragement from parents. Attendance at parents’ evenings is good, and information and consultation exercises are well supported. The school has recently had a successful HMIe visit.
The current priorities for session 2019-2020 are:
To increase student attainment and narrow the attainment gap
To further develop our curriculum, including improvements in employability skills leading to sustained, positive school leaver destinations for all young people:
To further develop our approaches to supporting students health and wellbeing
To continue to improve the quality of learner’s experiences
A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.
Written approval by the Catholic Church will be required for this position.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment and the cost will be met by the candidate.
The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18. The £59 cost (where appropriate) will be deducted from your salary over a 1 or 3 month period by repayment schedule. If your employment concludes before the amount is re-paid in full, the outstanding balance will be deducted from your final salary.
Closing date: 24/11/2019
Reference: WEL03832
St Kentigerns Academy, West Main Street, Blackburn, Bathgate
About St Kentigern's Academy
- St Kentigern's Academy
- 60 West Main Street, Blackburn
- West Lothian
- EH47 7LX
- United Kingdom
St Kentigern’s Academy is a mixed, non-selective Roman Catholic secondary school with sixth form based in West Lothian, providing places for students between the ages of 11-18. The secondary school is situated in Blackburn and has approximately 1,1999 students on record.
St Kentigern’s Academy had a £19 million extension in 2009 which included a new dance studio, a renovated craft, design and technology block and improved PE changing facilities.
Headteacher
Mr Andrew Sharkey
Values and vision
St Kentigern’s Academy focuses on providing a safe and caring environment where all students are valued as equals. The West Lothian secondary school teaches the Christian values of faith, love, mutual respect, justice and equality. The school’s vision is to nurture students as responsible learners who have the skills and attitudes for future success. Students are encouraged to achieve to the best of their ability and reach their potential and works to provide a wide range of extra-curricular activities for them to get involved in and learn new skills. St Kentigern’s Academy holds a healthy schools accreditation.
Education Scotland Report
“St Kentigern’s Academy had a friendly atmosphere in which parents and visitors were made to feel very welcome. The senior management team were very approachable. Pupils identified strongly with the school and most staff enjoyed working in the school. Pupils were well-behaved. Relationships between staff and pupils were often very positive. The school planned the introduction of a new pupil council. Pupils and staff should be more directly involved in developing the school’s provision”.
View St Kentigern’s Academy’s latest Education Scotland report
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